Senior Auditor

Mutual of America • New York, NY

10d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Senior Internal Auditor plays a key role in executing internal audit engagements designed to evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls, risk management, and governance processes. This role performs audits across financial, operational, regulatory, and compliance areas, while partnering closely with management to identify risks, recommend improvements, and support the organization’s control environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 4+ years of experience in internal audit, public accounting, or a combination of both.
• Strong knowledge of internal control frameworks (e.g., COSO), audit methodologies, and risk assessment techniques.
• Experience auditing financial and/or operational processes; exposure to regulated environments preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to evaluate risk and exercise sound professional judgment.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint); experience with audit software is a plus.
• Collaborative mindset with the ability to work independently.

Nice To Haves

• Professional certification (CPA, CIA, CISA, or progress toward certification) strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute internal audit engagements in accordance with the audit plan and auditing standards.
• Perform risk assessments, walkthroughs, and detailed testing of processes and controls.
• Evaluate the design and operating effectiveness of internal controls
• Identify control deficiencies, assess risk impact, and develop clear, actionable audit findings and recommendations.
• Prepare high-quality audit workpapers and draft audit reports for management review.
• Communicate audit results and observations effectively to business partners and leadership.
• Follow up on remediation of audit findings to ensure timely and effective resolution.
• Support special projects, investigations, and ad hoc audit requests as needed.
• Mentor and support junior audit staff, as applicable.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Benefits Package (medical, dental, and vision) that starts day one of employment
• 401(k) Match: Receive up to 6% of your pay (salary and incentive compensation) with 100% employer match on employee contributions.
• Parental Leave: 8 weeks fully paid
• Paid time off: 20 days plus two floating personal holidays

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior